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Why Your Resume Gets Rejected: The 6-Second ATS Rule Explained

Learn why most resumes fail ATS scans and how to fix it in minutes.

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Estimated reading time: 4

The 6-Second ATS Rule (2026)

Recruiters spend 6 seconds or less on a resume — ATS filters even faster.

Why ATS Rejects Your Resume

  • Wrong keywords
  • Complex formatting
  • Images, tables, columns
  • Generic summaries

The ATS Fix Checklist

  • Simple single-column format
  • JD-matched keywords
  • Skills above education
  • Quantified project impact

Resume Structure That Works

  1. Summary
  2. Skills
  3. Projects
  4. Internships
  5. Education

Learning Resources

Read time: ~4 minutes

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